SCEA Details Gran Turismo 5 Prologue For U.S.

SCEA Details Gran Turismo 5 Prologue For U.S.

Sony Computer Entertainment America today released an updated fact sheet for Gran Turismo 5 Prologue, confirming that the U.S. version will feature additional content and features over the original Japanese release.

In total, Prologue will feature 60 selectable cars and 14 additional tuned cars, which include the Ferrari 599, Nissan GT-R and Audi R8 4.2 FSI R Troni. The game will offer six detailed racing tracks and a host of additional game modes. Game modes include Drift Mode, Car Tuning, and two-player split screen racing alongside a variety of offline and online Race Events.

Gran Turismo 5 Prologue is set to hit the PlayStation Network and as a Blu-ray disc on April 17 at an MSRP of $40. The BD version will come packaged with a behind the scenes video feature called "Beyond the Apex."

Sony has also revealed that the PAL version of GT 5 Prologue will contain some additional features too (above what was in the Japanese release). They include: 2 Player Battle-split screen mode, Vehicle Tuning, Drift Trial mode, New Event Structure, Additional track with 2 layouts - High Speed Ring, Over 30 additional cars, Track Guide Videos, AI Difficulty setting, Driving line and a New Opening Movie.

Press Release:

Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) announced today the robust vehicle roster, track list and a host of additional features for the April 17 North American availability of Gran Turismo(TM)5 Prologue, exclusively on PLAYSTATION(R)3 (PS3(TM)). Gran Turismo 5 Prologue is the latest installment of the billion dollar selling racing franchise and intense precursor to Gran Turismo(TM)5.

Headlining the roster of over 60 vehicles and 14 additional tuned cars is the Ferrari 599, the Nissan GT-R and the Audi R8 4.2 FSI R Tronic. Players can race these cars and many more around six meticulously rendered tracks, including Daytona International Speedway(R), London City track and a series favorite, High Speed Ring. Furthermore, additional features will be available to North American consumers, including a Drift Mode, Car Tuning, two-player split screen racing and a new set of offline and online Race Events.

"This impressive vehicle lineup and the additional features that cater to North American racing fans are great compliments to Gran Turismo 5 Prologue's stunning 1080p graphics and revolutionary online features," said Scott A. Steinberg, vice president, product marketing, SCEA. "Fans are sure to be pleased with the first Gran Turismo product for sale on PLAYSTATION 3."

-- Drift Mode -- The player's drifting technique is measured based on drift angles, racing lines, and speeds within evaluation zones located at various turns on the course.
-- In Depth Car Tuning -- Players have the ability to adjust the vehicle's performance, including power, weight, tires and suspension.
-- Two-player Split Screen Racing -- Allows players to race head-to-head against friends and foes offline.
-- New Race Events -- New racing events and time trials are available for players to race both offline and online. Gran Turismo 5 Prologue supports up to 16 players racing online simultaneously.

Gran Turismo 5 Prologue will feature various innovative and revolutionary modes to harness the PS3's capabilities while further developing an automotive lifestyle and global community. Among them is Gran Turismo(TM)TV, a new dedicated online channel available exclusively from PLAYSTATION(R)Network that delivers worldwide motorsport programming and manufacturer content. A new in-cockpit view features real-time gauges and human animations that accurately represent the true performance and handling of each vehicle. More dynamic and adjustable Artificial Intelligence, a user homepage called My Page and a new physics engine round out some of the other features players can expect in Gran Turismo 5 Prologue. To extend the realistic driving experience, Prologue is also compatible with the new DUALSHOCK(R)3 wireless controller, which has vibration functionality.

Gran Turismo 5 Prologue will be available for $39.99 SRP on Blu-ray Disc(TM) (BD) and as a download via PLAYSTATION(R)Store. The BD version will offer added value with an exclusive behind-the-scenes High Definition (HD) video feature called "Beyond the Apex".

Additional game features included in the PAL version (above what was in the Japanese release):

2 Player Battle - split screen mode
Vehicle Tuning
Drift Trial mode
New Event Structure
Additional track with 2 layouts - High Speed Ring
Over 30 additional cars
Track Guide Videos
AI Difficulty setting - Adjust the difficulty of the competitor cars you race
Driving line - to help you taker the best lines around the tracks
New Opening Movie

Nice to hear! It's great we have all high performance cars on this Prologue. I saw '07 model like Lexus IS-F or BMW M3 Coupe '07. I am looking forward to test both of them over the limit and one against each other!!!

Great stuff! i really can't wait till the PAL release i've played and dearly loved all the previous gt games, the hd concept and the japenese demo, so my expectations are high for this installment. For those who need more persuading about the sheer awesomeness of this game, look at this screen: